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Apprenticeship

Senior culinary chef

Level
4
Higher
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Catering and hospitality
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Develop new recipes, products and product lines.

What you'd do

Develop, test, and refine new recipes and dishes
Plan and cost seasonal menus for your operation
Carry out sensory evaluation and standardise dishes for consistency
Maintain food safety records and HACCP documentation
Manage stock, order from suppliers, and control food costs
Lead, train, and develop junior chefs in your team

What you'd learn

Advanced culinary techniques and recipe and food-product development
Menu and dish development, costing, and nutritional balance
Sensory evaluation and refining dishes to a commercial standard
Food safety management systems - HACCP at a senior level
Supplier relationships, procurement, and food provenance
Leading, training, and developing kitchen teams and junior chefs
Ready to look for a place?
See live Senior culinary chef apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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